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A new week is here, and fantasy players could win cash prizes with today’s top MLB DFS lineups. Monday’s slate of ten games will start the week with style and have players win cash. A new week is here, and fantasy players could have a great time picking lineups and winning cash in today’s contests.
Monday’s full slate of games will end the weekend with a bang, and fantasy players can start with the Miami Marlins hosting the Los Angeles Dodgers. Another game for today’s top MLB DFS lineups is the Houston Astros and the Milwaukee Brewers.
The new week is here, and fantasy players could have a great time picking today’s top MLB DFS lineups and win cash prizes.
May 5th Top MLB DFS Lineup Starters
2B Luisangel Acuna, New York Mets at Arizona Diamondbacks ($3,600 – DraftKings/2,400-Fanduel)
To start your Monday night top MLB DFS lineups, Luisangel Acuna of the New York Mets should be on the lineups.
During both losses in the doubleheader, Acuna went 3-8 with a run, walk, and a stolen base. Acuna has been doing great work with the Mets, winning April’s Rookie of the Month award. Fantasy players could see the Mets’ young star have a solid multi-hit game and drive in a couple of RBIs.
OF Mike Yastrzemski, San Francisco Giants at Chicago Cubs ($4,700 – DraftKings/3,300-Fanduel)
Mike Yastrzemski of the San Francisco Giants should also be in their lineups for Monday’s top MLB DFS lineups. In the win against the Rockies, Yastrzemski went 2-4 with two RBIs and a walk.
Yaz has been playing well for the Giants this season and could have a great game against the Cubs. Fantasy players could see the grandson of the legendary Carl Yastrzemski have a multi-hit game with two RBIs again.
3B Austin Riley, Cincinnati Reds at Atlanta Braves ($4,100 – DraftKings/3,300-Fanduel)
The last player to have for your fantasy lineups is Austin Riley of the Atlanta Braves for tonight’s DFS lineups. In the win against the Dodgers, Riley went 2-4 with two home runs, and four RBIs in the win against the Dodgers.
Riley has been hitting the ball well this season and could have a great game against the Reds. Fantasy players could see a multi-hit game again from the Braves’ All-Star.
May 5th Top MLB DFS Benchwarmers
SS Elly De La Cruz, Cincinnati Reds at Atlanta Braves (6,000 – DraftKings/3,700-Fanduel)
Elly De La Cruz is the first player who should be on your top MLB DFS fantasy benches this Monday night. In a loss against the Nationals, De La Cruz went 0-3 with a walk and a strikeout for the Reds yesterday.
Cruz has been solid this season, but he can be inconsistent with his hitting and could have a poor game tonight. Fantasy players could see Cruz have a multi-strikeout game in DFS lineups.
1B Ben Rice, San Diego Padres at New York Yankees ($5,000 – DraftKings/3,500-Fanduel)
Another player who should be on your fantasy benches tonight is Ben Rice of the New York Yankees. During the loss against the Rays, Rice had a pinch-hit appearance and had one walk.
Rice is doing well this season, but could struggle against the red-hot Padres and Nick Pivetta. DFS lineup players could see a hitless game from the Yankees’ young first baseman in tonight’s premier matchup.
OF Tyler Soderstrom, Seattle Mariners at Athletics ($4,800-DraftKings/3,700-Fanduel)
The last player to bench for tonight’s top MLB DFS lineups is Tyler Soderstrom of the Athletics. In the win against the Marlins, Soderstrom went 1-1 with an RBI single to drive in the go-ahead run yesterday.
Soderstrom has been a gem for the Athletics, but with a top-tier rotation tonight, the A’s star might struggle. Fantasy players could see the A’s star have a hitless game against the Mariners and the top-tier pitching tonight.
Total Apex Media Stack Of The Night
Monday night’s top MLB DFS stack should be the Los Angeles Dodgers, Max Muncy, Freddie Freeman, and Mookie Betts. The Dodgers will be facing a weak Marlins team, and after a loss last night, could beat them down. Miami’s pitching has been a weak spot this season, and the Dodgers’ hitting staff could do wonders for fantasy players in this top MLB DFS stack.
Max Muncy has been playing well for the Dodgers, scoring two RBIs during last night’s loss against the Braves. The Dodgers veteran hitter has been struggling, but could have a great game against the Marlins. Miami’s pitching has been rough, and Muncy could have a great game with a home run for fantasy players tonight.
Another player for tonight’s fantasy stack is Freddie Freeman and his great hitting. Freeman has been hitting well to start the season, and could continue his hot streak against the Marlins. Fantasy players could see the All-Star first baseman have a multi-hit game with a home run and win cash prizes.
The last star for this fantasy stack is Mookie Betts for tonight’s top MLB DFS stack of the night. Betts has been playing well in his ten games with one home run and ten RBIs. The Dodgers’ All-Star player could have a great night against the Marlins with a potential multi-home run game for fantasy players tonight. Fantasy players in tonight’s top MLB DFS lineups can start the week right with these start’em/sit’em picks and stack of the night.
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Yankees Trade Hours Before Rays Game Draws Attention
The New York Yankees have been busy making moves as the trade deadline looms, and it doesn’t look like they’re slowing down anytime soon. Fresh off the addition of Ryan McMahon to bolster their lineup, the Yankees are shaking things up once again. This time, it’s not about who they’ve brought in, but rather who they’ve decided to part ways with, and it involves a familiar name who spent just a single season in pinstripes. Jack Curry reported on the trade on X saying, “The Yankees have traded Carlos Carrasco to the Braves for a PTBNL [player to be named later] or cash.” Given that the trade took place a few days before the deadline and just hours before a series opener at home against the division rival Tampa Bay Rays, fans had a lot to say. One fan said, "HAL WASNT LYING! THEYRE EXTREMELY ACTIVE." Another fan added, "CASH CONSIDERATIONS IS ON FIRE THIS TRADE DEADLINE!!!!" "CASHMAN YOU BEAST," said a fan. Another fan commented, "Gonna be the new Jessie Chavez" "Weird trade," said a fan not convinced with the move. Another fan said, "what does this look like? a NURSING HOME?! bffr." The Yankees picked up Carrasco on a minor-league deal back in February, and thanks to early injuries to Gerrit Cole and Luis Gil, he found himself in the Opening Day rotation. Unfortunately, things didn’t go smoothly. Carrasco struggled in his eight appearances (six starts) with New York, posting a 5.91 ERA and recording 25 strikeouts over 32 innings. He was designated for assignment on May 6 and sent to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre two days later. He got a brief recall on June 1 but was quickly designated again on June 3, staying in the organization since then. In Triple-A, though, he turned things around, putting up a solid 3.27 ERA in 11 appearances (10 starts) over 52 1/3 innings. While the Yankees are still in the hunt for veteran pitching, Carrasco wasn’t viewed as a big-league option for them. Instead, he now heads to Atlanta, where he’ll have a real shot at earning a rotation spot. Across his MLB career with the Cleveland Guardians, New York Mets and Yankees, Carrasco has a 4.18 ERA in 332 games (283 starts).
Oilers to Acquire a Top-Tier Goalie. An Official Trade Offer Is on the Table in a Blockbuster Deal
The Boston Bruins have been under pressure to retool after a disappointing season, and now a potential blockbuster move could shake the entire NHL. A major trade proposal has surfaced that could send a star goaltender to the Edmonton Oilers, a move that would give them the elite presence they've lacked in net while forcing Boston closer to a rebuild. The deal being floated by multiple outlets would send Edmonton's current starter, Stuart Skinner, along with Matthew Savoie, Beau Akey, and a 2028 first-round pick to Boston, while the Oilers land a goaltender capable of changing their Cup window overnight. Edmonton's push for a franchise goalie could reshape the Western Conference and challenge the Dallas Stars' path to the Cup If this trade goes through, the Oilers would instantly address one of their biggest weaknesses, setting up a showdown with teams like the Dallas Stars, who already see Edmonton as one of their toughest rivals. Boston, on the other hand, would fully commit to a rebuild, pairing Joonas Korpisalo with Skinner in what could be one of the NHL's weakest tandems, likely boosting their draft lottery odds in one of the most hyped draft classes in recent memory (NHL.com). An insider noted, "They weren't the only ones who had inquired about Swayman, but yes, I was told they poked around." That comment shows just how wide the interest is for this level of goalie talent (Heavy.com). I think this kind of trade would completely shift the balance of power in the West, making Edmonton even more dangerous for teams like Dallas, who could end up facing a vastly upgraded Oilers team in the playoffs. If Boston truly embraces a rebuild, moving their top goaltender could be the first domino in a massive roster overhaul, something that could shake the market for weeks.
Maple Leafs Top Prospect Shatters Expectations at World Junior Showcase
The World Junior Summer Showcase is in full swing, and Maple Leafs top prospect Ben Danford is shattering expectations, truly proving how good of a player he can be. The Toronto Maple Leafs' defensive prospect, Ben Danford, is among the 44 players who were invited to Hockey Canada's World Juniors Summer Showcase. Hockey Canada finally unveiled the 44 prospects who will head to Minnesota for the showcase, after they held the roster release back while the organization dealt with several injuries, which begins Sunday and runs through August 2 in Minneapolis. Defensive prospect Ben Danford is the only Maple Leafs player invited to the annual showcase, where Canada's World Junior staff will get their first look at what their team might look like for the 2026 World Juniors, which will also take place in Minnesota in December. Danford is being called the best player at the World Juniors Summer Showcase Danford has been exceeding expectations, and one source revealed that he has been the best player at the World Junior Showcase so far. The source said Danford is steady, smart, and hard to ignore on the ice. 'Ben Danford has been the best player at the World Junior Showcase he's steady, smart, and impossible to ignore. Makes every shift count, whether he's breaking up plays or starting the rush. Canada's blue line is in good hands.' - An unnamed source The Maple Leafs selected Danford with their first pick (31st overall) at the 2024 NHL Draft. During his visit to Toronto's development camp earlier this month, the defender revealed that he's receiving mentorship from current Leafs defensemen as well as some alumni like Mark Giordano. The 6-foot-2 Danford could make for an excellent fit for Canada should he make the team. He is responsible in his own end, and he demonstrated leadership capabilities when he was named captain of the Oshawa Generals ahead of the 2024-25 OHL season.
Kirk Cousins makes notable leadership move after Falcons practice
Kirk Cousins might be relegated to the job of backup quarterback, but he is showing veteran leadership to his Atlanta Falcons teammates. Following Sunday's practice, Cousins pulled aside rookie defensive end James Pearce to encourage the first-round pick after his fourth practice in the league at Flowery Branch, Georgia. "QB Kirk Cousins pulled aside Pearce after practice to compliment him on a pass batted down," wrote Marc Raimondi of ESPN. Cousins reportedly had a solid day of practice on Sunday, going 7-of-12 passing against the first-team unit. If Cousins wants out of Atlanta, he's not showing it at practice. The four-time Pro Bowl quarterback is competing on the field and being a good teammate around the facility. Cousins' actions on the field backed up what Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot praised Cousins for before the team's practice on Sunday. “Outside, it's a lot more of a deal than it is in the building,” Fontenot said to the media about the idea of friction between the Falcons and Cousins, per video from D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal Constitution. “He shows up, he does his job, just like anybody ... We've gotta build the best 70-man roster so we can go win games. "That's what we're focused on, and Kirk, just like all the other players, is focused on coming in here and doing their job. That's what he's been doing." Fontenot didn't dismiss the idea that Atlanta would trade Cousins before the season. He said the Falcons will do whatever it takes to make the team better, but stressed that Cousins has been a professional throughout the process of being replaced by Michael Penix Jr., a first-round pick from the 2024 draft. “In terms of making moves, whether it's trades or acquiring players, we're always looking at those factors," Fontenot said. "We're gonna do whatever we can do to make this team the best it can possibly be. But he's been a great professional, and he's handled himself well.” Cousins is coming to work in a manner that will make another owner want to take a chance on the veteran quarterback. That could be one of his best-selling points before he plays in his 13th season in the league.
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